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We are looking for a part-time, UK-based Finance Manager who wants to work flexible hours from home and be a key member of a small, but influential, charity that helps museums work with the information that connects collections and audiences. This is an exciting time for the organisation, as we work to transform how UK museums manage and understand their collections and transform research on museum collections.

Salary: £45,125 FTE, equating to £27,075 pro-rata

Contract: Permanent, part-time contract, 0.6 FTE

Location: Home-based within UK

Hours: 22.2 hours per week, potentially worked flexibly

Leave: 32.5 days annually FTE (including bank holidays), equating to 19.5 days annually pro-rata.

Deadline for applications: Noon, Tuesday 12 May 2026

Interviews: Online, 2 June 2026

To Apply

Application is by CV and a covering letter that succinctly explains how you meet the essential and desirable criteria set out in the person specification. Please note that applications from people based outside the UK and/or without the right to work here will not be considered.

Aims and scope of the post

The aim of this post is to ensure sound financial management to support the organisation’s ongoing charitable work. The Finance Manager is responsible for CT’s financial strategy, timely and accurate financial administration, maintenance of financial and management accounts, as well as cash flow, stock control, payroll and pension.

Responsibilities and tasks

Budgeting and forecasting

• Produce annual budgets, quarterly reforecasts, and scenario models for the organisation budget.
• Support budget forecasting for project tenders, ensuring due diligence and financial viability.

Reporting

• Produce quarterly management accounts, including variance reports, analysis by income streams, and cashflow forecasts.
• Prepare and present financial reports for the quarterly board meetings and biannual audit committee meeting.
• Produce minutes of the audit committee meetings and contribute to the minutes of board meetings.
• Complete statutory reporting to Companies House, the Charity Commission and HMRC.
• Submit the relevant reports to funders to ensure timely receipt of grant payments.

Financial management

• Process supplier invoices and carry out twice-monthly payment runs.
• Raise customer invoices for consultancy work, licensing agreements, training, and other income due.
• Carry out credit control for overdue customer invoices.
• Manage payroll, including monthly payments to HMRC, payroll year end, and pension contributions.
• Manage CT bank accounts, including weekly monitoring of transactions and income matching, managing bank mandates and online access.
• Manage company credit cards, ensuring strong controls and adequate accounting for individual cardholders’ usage.
• Respond to financial queries from customers, suppliers, funders and staff members.
• Manage grant receipts.
• Oversee the retail function, responding to queries and issues regarding sales of items through the CT online shop.
• Oversee the purchase ordering system.

Accounting

• Carry out monthly bank account and credit card reconciliations.
• Complete month-end procedures, including processing accruals, prepayments and depreciation.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and inventory list.
• Ensure accurate accounting for restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Complete quarterly VAT returns, ensuring the correct VAT treatment for all transactions (specifically regarding business/non business, and irrecoverable VAT designations).
• Complete year-end procedures and prepare draft statutory accounts for audit, together with schedules to support the figures and workings in the statutory accounts.
• Act as the main point of contact to external auditors, providing all required information.

Risk management

• Lead on maintaining the organisation’s strategic risk register.
• Ensure adequate annual insurance.
• Regularly review the reserves policy to ensure that it meets the needs of the organisation.
• Carry out regular reviews of systems, procedures and financial controls to ensure they are fit for purpose.

Line management

• This role does not line manage any staff

General responsibilities

• Following the principles of Collections Trust’s policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as may reasonably be required from time to time.

Line management

The Finance Manager reports directly to the Chief Executive.

Person specification

Collections Trust is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our sector, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

Please note that the Finance Manager will need to have the right to work in the UK.

Essential knowledge, skills and qualities

• A part-qualified accountant or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience.
• Three years’ experience in a similar role, ideally in the charity sector.
• Strong ICT skills including relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office 365 (particularly Excel).
• Ability to write clear and concise board reports, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to a non-financial audience.
• An excellent eye for detail and consistency.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Enthusiasm, flexibility and proactive approach.

Desirable knowledge, skills and qualities

• A working knowledge of Xero or comparable accounting software.
• Familiarity with appropriate charity accounting practices (SORP regulations).
• Autonomy and ability to work effectively under own initiative.
• Strong verbal communications skills, able to convey financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and manage others effectively.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• An understanding of relevant retail and/or consultancy operations.

Would you like to work for an organisation that transforms people’s lives by improving their mental health? Do you have the finance skills to help steer a small, passionate charity through a period of change – and the appetite to make a real difference in doing so?

We are looking for a friendly, proactive, and capable Finance Manager to join our committed team at The Bridge Foundation, a Bristol-based mental health charity providing high-quality therapeutic services to children, adults, and schools across the city.

This is a pivotal role for us. The Bridge Foundation is navigating a period of significant financial challenge, and the Finance Manager will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to support our financial recovery and ensure the organisation’s long-term sustainability.

If you are someone who is energised by the opportunity to make a genuine impact, and who can bring clarity, rigour, and calm to a complex financial picture, we would very much like to hear from you.

We are a small and friendly organisation, and we value flexibility, good judgement, and a collaborative spirit as much as technical expertise. If you have most but not all of the experience listed in the job pack, or feel your background is a little different from the profile described, we still encourage you to get in touch for an informal conversation before deciding whether to apply.

Please see the attached job pack for more information. For details on how to apply, and who to contact for an informal conversation, please click 'Redirect to recruiter'.

Application deadline: Friday 24th April 2026 at 17:00.

Our new Finance Manager will oversee all financial operations of the charity, ensuring excellent financial management, compliance, and accurate reporting. The role involves managing all finance functions, including expenses, forecasting, budgeting, reporting and financial analysis. 

Headway North Staffordshire is at an exciting stage, having undergone many changes but now focused on the delivery of new strategic plans. Reporting directly to the CEO, strengthening the leadership team of six, and managing the charity's Bookkeeper, the incoming Finance Manager will replace a current interim manager. This permanent appointment reflects the board's commitment to the senior management team and the finance function.

This is a 21 hour per week post; exact working hours are negotiable / flexible.

Please apply via the charity's website, the closing date is Friday 01 May 2026, interview dates 11th and 12th May, prospective second interview date 18th May.

At Birmingham Hospice, our teams are united by a shared purpose: to improve the quality of life for people living with life-limiting conditions, and to support their families and loved ones during some of the most challenging times they will ever face.

We’re now looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our Finance team. You will provide an effective management service to budget holders, senior managers and our executive directors and in turn help strengthen and shape the way we support our people.

If you’re a financial expert who is confident to provide complex financial and business advice to managers and budget holders across the Hospice whilst dealing with every-day challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

As the Senior Management Accountant, you will:

• Maintain up-to-date, accurate and appropriate accounting records for the Hospice, produced in accordance with the Hospice procedures and timetable
• Help to lead and manage a small team
• Provide comprehensive financial and business advice to one or more directorates
• Monitor budget performance and suggest service improvements
• Prepare and complete statutory business information returns and/ or income and expenditure accounts in accordance with monthly and annual timetables making sure the date is complete and accurate
• Contribute towards the production of the annual plan and budget setting

You’ll partner with dedicated areas of the hospice, building strong relationships quickly and offer solid financial advice and solutions.

If this sounds like you, we’d be delighted to receive your application.

 What We’re Looking For:

 · CCAB qualified or equivalent or qualified by experience

· Good leadership skills to motivate and manage the team

· Substantial accountancy experience within commercial, charitable or public sector environment with understanding of relevant financial regulation

· Ability to make decisions by analysing financial information and in turn set priorities and achieve goals

· Experience of producing accurate forecasts, generating savings and ensuring cash flow

· Ability to work with complex data and produce detailed reports with recommendations

What we offer in return:

 · The opportunity to be part of an amazing growing charity

· Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement

· Wellbeing programmes, Reward Gateway retail discounts & financial tools

· The opportunity to develop and grow your financial career within the charity sector

The organisation

The Royal Albert Hall is one of the world’s most iconic cultural institutions. Since opening in 1871, it has hosted leading figures from music, entertainment, science and public life, welcoming nearly two million visitors each year and reaching millions more globally through broadcast and digital channels.

With annual income of around £63m, the Royal Albert Hall balances commercial income generation with charitable objectives, operating in a dynamic and demanding setting. The organisation combines a historic Grade I listed building with a modern, commercially aware operating model, delivering large scale events alongside an ambitious public benefit and fundraising programme.

The environment is fast paced and high profile, requiring robust financial management, strong collaboration across teams and the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.

The job

Reporting to the Financial Planning and Reporting Manager, this role plays a key part in supporting effective financial decision making across the organisation. The Management Accountant acts as a finance business partner to circa 20 budget holders across a diverse portfolio, including Building and Projects, Philanthropy and Fundraising, and corporate services functions such as Finance and IT.

The role supports stakeholders throughout the annual budget, forecasting and year end reporting cycle, ensuring that financial information is accurate, well understood and actively used to inform decision making. Responsibilities include producing monthly management accounts and commentary, providing financial analysis and insight for senior stakeholders, supporting budgets and forecasts, contributing to year end and audit processes, and delivering operational finance and ad hoc analytical support.

This is a hands on, outward facing role in a fast moving environment, offering broad exposure across a complex organisation.

The person

Candidates will have a proven finance background, ideally in management accounting or business partnering. You will be part-qualified, qualified, or with equivalent experience.

The successful individual will be technically strong, analytical and detail focused, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities. They will be confident engaging with non finance colleagues, building trusted relationships, and explaining financial information clearly and pragmatically.

Strong systems skills are required, particularly in Excel, with the ability to interrogate finance systems to extract insight. A flexible mindset, a proactive approach and a desire to continuously improve processes are essential.

What's in it for you

The Royal Albert Hall offers a compelling package, including:

- A salary of £44,625 to c.£51,000
- 35 hours per week on a full time basis
- 25 days annual leave

Other benefits include hybrid working, up to 10% employers pension contribution, free staff canteen, complimentary tickets, and a staff incentive scheme.

Above all, this is a genuinely great place to work, offering the chance to build your finance career in a collaborative, high profile and purpose led organisation.

How to apply

The recruitment process is being managed on behalf of the Royal Albert Hall by Peter O’Sullivan and Jenny Thompson at Hays. Please apply in the first instance to be considered for this opportunity.

The closing date for applications is Friday 24 April. Applications will be considered and contacted before the closing date.

Candidates must be available for a first interview during the week commencing Monday 27 April.

The Director of Finance will be an integral part of the Senior Management Team, with responsibility for the strategic and day to day management of Cathedral Finances. They will support the ongoing development and implementation of its multi year financial plan to underpin the Cathedral’s Strategic Plan.

The postholder will ensure law and regulatory compliance and that all aspects of financial planning and management are conducted to provide accurate, relevant and timely financial information to both budget holders and Chapter.

Be part of something transformative.

Join Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) at a time of significant change and growth from our current base of c£4million.  We’re looking for a qualified, skilled, values-driven Director of Finance and Resources to join our leadership team.
 

With a new CEO, Senior Leadership Team and a bold and inspiring new vision, this is a pivotal moment for our organisation as we lay the foundations and transform in the run up to a new organisational strategy. 

We’re a specialist charity supporting survivors of sexual violence across twelve South London boroughs providing counselling, group therapy, advocacy, and prevention education, alongside training for professionals.

If you’re ready to use your financial and strategic expertise to make a real impact for survivors, we’d love to hear from you
 

About the Role

As our Director of Finance and Resources, you’ll be a key member of our Senior Leadership Team, leading on:
 

• Strategic financial planning and advice for future growth and sustainability of the Charity
• Operational Financial Management, Reporting and Performance 
• Financial Accounts and Annual Reports
• Financial Control, Governance, Audit, and Compliance
• IT, Facilities, and Information Governance
• Management of teams and contracts in the Finance and Resources Directorate

You’ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to support our strategic vision and ensure sound financial stewardship to deliver support for survivors now and into the future.  The position is offered on a flexible, hybrid and part time basis. 
 

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:
 

• Professionally qualified (or equivalent) in finance management and accountancy
• Experienced and deeply knowledgeable in senior financial leadership and strategy development in the voluntary sector/an equivalent size charity 
• A skilled and experienced leader and manager of people, contracts and major service change projects
• Collaborative, analytical, and proactive in problem-solving
• Committed to feminist principles and to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Ideally also skilled in overseeing IT, building and premises management and information governance, with training and support available where required. 

As well as experienced Directors, this role would also suit an exceptional Head of Finance looking to step up into their first Director role.

What We Offer

• 27 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• 3 extra gifted days (pro rata) between 27–31 December
• NEST pension (3% employer / 5% employee)
• Life Assurance, Healthcare Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle-To-Work Scheme
• Supportive, feminist working culture

Safeguarding Responsibility
The post-holder will share responsibility for promoting and upholding the organisation’s safeguarding standards. This includes ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, young people, and adults at risk; recognising and reporting concerns promptly; following all safeguarding policies and procedures; and contributing to a culture in which everyone feels safe, respected, and supported.

Safer Recruitment

Rape Crisis South London is committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the protection and wellbeing of the survivors who access our services. All recruitment decisions are made with safeguarding as a central consideration.
 

Our safer recruitment process includes:
 

• Conducting thorough interviews that explore values, behaviours, and safeguarding awareness.
• Verifying identity, qualifications, employment history, and references.
• Requiring an Enhanced DBS check (with barred-list checks where applicable).
• Providing safeguarding training and ongoing supervision for all staff and volunteers.
   

We expect all members of our team to share our commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment. Any information disclosed during the recruitment process will be treated confidentially and in line with our safeguarding policies.
 

DBS Requirement

Rape Crisis South London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of survivors. All roles within our organisation involve working with vulnerable adults and may involve contact with young people. As such, employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced OR Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including checks of the relevant barred lists.

Our Feminist Commitment
Rape Crisis South London is a proudly feminist organisation. Our work is rooted in the belief that sexual violence is both a cause and consequence of gender inequality. We recognise that women and girls experience disproportionate levels of sexual violence, and we are committed to challenging the structures, attitudes, and behaviours that enable this harm.

We centre the voices, rights, and experiences of survivors in everything we do. Our approach is grounded in empowerment, intersectionality, and inclusivity, recognising that women’s experiences are shaped by factors such as race, class, sexuality, disability, migration status, and identity.

By joining our team, you will be part of a movement working to end sexual violence and to create a society where all women and girls live free from oppression, fear, and harm.

EDI Statement
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement. Particularly if you have experience working in diverse background.

Charity values and ethos
A world free from sexual violence, where survivors are believed, respected, and supported.

Mission Statement
Providing specialist support to women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual violence and abuse.

Interview process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a three stage interview process:

Stage one: Phone call from CEO
Stage two: Staff panel
Stage three: Formal interview with CEO and Chair/ or Trustee via MS Teams

The whole process may take up to 3 -4 weeks.

If you do not here from us within 1 month of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

Interview Questions
As part of our values-led interview process, we will explore your experience and approach to safeguarding, EDI, wellbeing, feminism, role-specific responsibilities, and trauma-informed practice. For management positions, we will also discuss your people-leadership skills.

Learning and Development
As a charity currently going through an exciting period of transformation, we welcome people who are enthusiastic about continuous learning and development.

This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.  We are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement.
 
This post is open to women only (Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010).
We particularly welcome applications from women underrepresented in leadership roles in the VAWG sector. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to in PDF format

AI in Job Applications 
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences 

Transform is seeking an organised and diligent Finance & Administration Manager to join our team.

Transform is a biennial festival of powerful international performance, based right here in Leeds. Every two years, we assemble artists from across the globe to present thrilling theatre, dance and performance to diverse audiences in their thousands across the city.

We’re looking for a capable, personable and experienced professional working in finance or administration who thrives on supporting organisations to run smoothly and efficiently. Organised, proactive and rigorous, you’ll be familiar with developing and leading effective administrative and financial systems. You’ll have an interest in contemporary arts and understand the value of Transform’s work.

About the role

Job title Finance & Administration Manager

Contract Part time, 3 days a week. Permanent contract. Working days ideally Monday–Wednesday but we are open to hours being split differently across the week and happy to discuss flexible approaches

Salary £36,000 per annum, pro-rata

Pension employer contribution 4%

Location Hybrid role. 1-2 office-based days per week in Mabgate, Leeds

Annual leave 33 days per year including bank holidays (20 days including bank holidays pro rata 0.6)

Line manager Artistic Director/CEO

Key relationships Executive Producer, Senior Communications Manager

Responsible for Payroll provider, Bookkeeper, Accountant (rolling freelance contracts)

Application deadline Monday 20 April, midday

Please see the job pack on our website for the full job description, person specification and information on how to apply.

Job Purpose

The Finance Officer is responsible for implementing and maintaining robust financial systems and procedures that support the Project Manager and staff team. The role ensures that all staff meet their budgetary and financial management responsibilities, safeguarding the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of the organisation’s financial activities and records.

As the organisation expands its trading and income-generation activities, the Finance Officer will play a key role in supporting the transition towards reduced reliance on grant funding. The organisation works with approximately 50 funders annually, managing multiple budgets with varying timescales, reporting requirements, and deadlines.

Main Duties

1. Financial and Management Accounting

• Undertake the day-to-day input of transactions onto the accounting system and the maintenance of financial records including the inputting to Sage and completion of postings to meet the month end timetable. Oversee the banking schedules of cash/cheques received.
• Ensure that all nominal ledger control accounts are reconciled monthly, followup and investigate any queries or differences and authorise any resulting journal entries.
• Prepare monthly management accounts / financial management information for review by the Project Manager. This includes comparing budget with actual and reporting on any differences.
• To approve monthly petty cash reconciliations prepared by the Administrative Assistant.
• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns and supporting schedules for HMRC.
• Maintain and update the fixed assets register and oversee update of asset/equipment register for insurance purposes. Calculate and record depreciation.
• Prepare statutory accounts and audit schedules in conjunction with the Treasurer and Project Manager; liaise with the auditors during the annual audit as required.
• Issue sales invoices as and when required.

2. Financial Systems & Information

• Contribute to the continuous process of reviewing and updating financial systems and procedures and providing an internal audit function.
• Create and maintaining an up-to-date financial procedures manual and assist with policy review.
• Liaise with, and provide financial information, to the Board of Directors, Finance Sub-Committee, Treasurer and the Project Manager.
• Keep abreast of current legislation on charity accounting and VAT

3. Payroll

• To lead on payroll administration by ensuring sufficient funds are transferred timeously, and reporting changes to GCVS Payroll Provider including new starts, leavers, salary or hours changes, and sessional/overtime hours worked.
• To lead on pension administration including maintaining the NEST pension scheme, keeping records on deposits, new starts, leavers, salary and pensions due for each month, and ensuring payments are made timeously
• Archiving finance files post annual inspection.
• To assist with monitoring of sickness and holidays
• To assist keeping accurate records of all staff annual leave.
• To ensure records and reports on occupational sickness pay are maintained.and that staff are not overpaid.

 4. Support to Staff Team

• Assist team members in setting up and maintaining systems to meet their financial responsibilities and compliance with the accounting and reporting requirements of funders. Provide support, advice and information as required.
• Assist team with preparing and monitoring their annual budgets. Ensure that revisions to the budget are put in place.
• Review monthly management accounts and projections to year end with the Senior Staff and ascertain reasons for variances; and make amendments as required.

5. Funds & Cash Management

• Monitor bank balances in conjunction with the Project Manager ensuring that cash levels are maintained to meet payments as they are released.
• Check and release authorised payments to suppliers, staff and volunteers.
• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of the monthly cash flow forecast.

6. Budgeting and Project Planning

• Assist team in preparing budgets for funding applications and project proposals. Assist in maintaining the Funding spreadsheet.
• Meet with staff team to review cost centres and account codes required to meet the reporting requirements of all new grants.
• Prepare grant claims and financial reports to funders, in conjunction with Project Manager and/or other relevant staff, ensuring that progress reports reflect outputs in line with project plan and expenditure to date.
• In liaison with Project Manager, ensure that claims and reports are submitted according to the deadlines set by funders. Correspond with funders to address any queries that arise.
• Ensure that the grants ledger is kept up to date and reconciled with the nominal ledger.
• Ascertain the payment schedules for all grants receivable and update the cash flow forecast.
• Regularly review the grants ledger to ensure that grant instalments are received in accordance with the terms of all grants and liaise with funders to chase up outstanding grants / alert Project Manager.
• Prepare audit schedules and grant expenditure statements and liaise with the auditors during grant audits.
• Prepare annual budget projections, cashflows and update on a regular basis.

7. Team Working / Other

• Work co-operatively with other members of NGCFI’s team to deliver agreed objectives, including supporting volunteers relevant to role, which can include vulnerable adults.
• Attend and participate in meetings, including Finance Sub Committee, Board meetings if requested and staff meetings as required.
• Attend relevant meetings and provide regular briefings and work reports to the Project Manager and be administratively self-servicing.
• Attend training as necessary in order to meet changing needs, new technology developments and service requirements.
• Positively represent and promote NGCFI as an organisation to external agencies.
• Ensure that the NGCFI’s Financial, Equal Opportunities, health and safety, and other policies and procedures are followed through in practice.
• To ensure confidentiality on all appropriate matters, and recognize that any breach of this confidentiality will be treated seriously.
• Undertake any other tasks that are appropriate to the post and which reflect the needs of the organisation, to be negotiated by the postholder, and Project Manager

Please find the attached the full job description with person specification.

Deadline Wednesday 15th April

Interviews 28th April 2026

Job to start on 1st June 2026.

Are you an experienced Finance Business Partner who wants to support locally-led biodiversity conservation and make a difference for the most overlooked and threatened species around the world?

Do you champion trust-based approaches to due diligence and are excited at building long-term relationships with partners, supporting their capacity and development?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

You will take responsibility for due diligence processes within Synchronicity Earth, creating long-term relationships with our partners. Our trust-based approach includes the use of pooled funds for donors to collaborate, and to reduce the administrative burden on partners for reporting. We also have endowments, to support species conservation over longer timeframes.

As a standout candidate you will show your strengths in mirroring our trust-based approach to due diligence, forming trusted relationships with our partners, staff, and other collaborators. If you have experience of this, don’t forget to highlight this in your cover letter!

Full time is preferred, but part-time will be considered (minimum four days a week, equivalent 32 working hours)

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU USE AI IN YOUR APPLICATION, YOU ARE MUCH LESS LIKELY TO BE SHORTLISTED. WE WANT TO SEE YOUR UNIQUE, BRILLIANT SELF.

We do not use AI in any part of our recruitment process.

Closing date: 20th April 10am

First stage interviews (Zoom):  27th April – 1st May

Skills assessment (undertaken at home): 2nd – 5th May

Second stage interviews (at our office in-person): 11th – 15th May

Synchronicity Earth’s mission it to bring conservation to life through our work, championing effective approaches and increasing funding for Earth’s overlooked species and ecosystems and the communities working to protect them.

By joining, you’re not just taking part; you're contributing to our vision of a world in which biological and cultural diversity are valued, celebrated, and flourishing.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds for this role, particularly non-graduates, and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. We also welcome candidates who may have taken a career break. Your unique experiences and fresh perspective will only enhance our team's diversity and strengthen our ability to tackle the complex challenges facing our planet.

Candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities who meet the criteria (in the section of the job description headed ‘What you will bring to the team’) and opt-in to our Guaranteed Interview Scheme will enter the first recruitment stage, see more information below.

Application and Recruitment Process

Inclusion is a priority throughout our workplace culture and is embedded in our recruitment process. To support this, the first stage of recruitment will be anonymised by Charity Job to mitigate against unconscious bias. Please let us know at any stage during the recruitment process if you have any accessibility requirements and we will do what we can to accommodate these for you. Please also let us know which pronouns you would like to be referred by, if you wish.

How to apply:

· Complete the application questions, upload your CV, complete your cover letter,and submit your application through Charity Job.

· Fill in our candidate survey. Whilst this survey is optional it is the way to opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (information below) if you would like.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We recognise that people from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities are under-represented in our sector, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond.

As part of our commitment to attract and retain talented individuals from under-represented groups to the conservation and environment sector, if you belong to these groups, you can opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) in our candidate survey. If you meet the essential criteria for a role, you'll be guaranteed a first-stage interview.

HopeWorks is a community‑focused charity dedicated to improving the lives of the homeless, those in our supported accommodation, and those seeking resettlement in the UK. We are passionate about delivering high‑impact support and ensuring every pound we receive makes a meaningful difference. 

As our Finance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth financial running of the organisation. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting budget planning, managing day‑to‑day transactions, and helping produce financial reports that support strategic decision-making. This role is perfect for someone who has finance experience in the charity sector, is highly organised, confident with IT packages, numbers and financial analysis, and motivated by the vision and values of HopeWorks.

Assistant Accountant

Are you AAT level 3 qualified or working towards the qualification? Do you want to work within a fast paced, innovative, young-person centred charity?

Position: Assistant Accountant

Location: Hybrid working: two days a week in the Bolton office combined with home-working and travel across the network as required.

Salary: £30,000-35,000 per annum (dependant on experience)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: Agile working organisation with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days with length of service) plus bank holidays, birthday leave and annual leave purchase scheme (from day one of employment); company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity and adoption pay; voluntary benefits with discounts on health and wellbeing, retail and leisure.

Closing Date: Monday 27th April 2026 at 9am. We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

First stage interviews (virtual): Wednesday 6th May 2026

Second stage interviews (in-person): Bolton, BL1 4AG. There will also be a short, values-based phone interview between Stage 1 and 2.

About the Role

This newly defined Assistant Accountant role is designed to work closely within the team together with the Youth Zones to provide proactive financial support service to drive sustainability. This is a varied and interesting role providing support to the Finance Manager in maintaining the accounts for future and current Youth Zone Projects.

This will involve managing a varied workload and supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts for several organisations. The aim is to deliver sound excellent service, with an entrepreneurial approach, rooted in financial practices that are robust and empower Youth Zones to thrive and deliver their mission effectively.

The charity has recently started to development systems and processes, and need someone who combines a curious, forward thinking and collaborative mindset to embrace, drive and have a passion for the ongoing development of the financial services. As a growing and ambitious charity, they offer responsibility, variety and the chance to work with a team wholly invested in providing young people with the opportunity to fulfil their potential. This role will support the Finance Manager in delivering accurate financial reporting and maintaining strong financial controls across multiple Youth Zones.

About You

You will have an AAT Level 3 qualified or be working towards it and experience of:

• Working in a finance or accounts function
• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers, including invoice processing
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Using finance systems (e.g. Xero) and strong Excel skills
• Supporting month-end processes (journals, accruals, prepayments)

About the Organisation

A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities.

As a growing and ambitious charity, you will be offered responsibility, variety and the chance to work with a team wholly invested in providing young people with the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.  Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

The organisation will contribute towards reasonable travel costs for candidates invited to attend face-to-face interviews when they are travelling from outside the local area. This approach reflects it’s commitment to fairness and equality of opportunity. #INDNFP

You may have experience in areas such as Accountant, Part Qual Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer, Part Qual Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Trainee Accountant.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People. 

Job Title: Finance and Operations Manager

Location: London, UK (Only candidates who are eligible to work legally without work visa sponsorship in the UK will be considered.)

Contract Type: Part-time (0.6 FTE / 24 hours per week), Permanent contract

Hiring Salary: GBP 46,474 per annum (before taxes, to be pro-rated to 0.6 FTE)

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Application Closing Date: 22 April 2026 23:59 BST

This job advert is for an existing vacancy.

About Right To Play:

For more than 25 years, Right To Play has been protecting, educating, and empowering millions of children each year to rise above adversity through the power of play.

We offer programs in 14 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and North America, reaching millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.

This work is supported by our two global offices in Toronto, Canada and London, UK; and seven National Offices in North America and Europe.

Right To Play UK is a charity registered in England and Wales and in Scotland that works in partnership with Right To Play International to raise funds and awareness across the UK.

Benefits Highlights:

• Connect and collaborate with a global team who are passionate about protecting, educating and empowering children and youth using the power of play!
• Culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care, and be playful)
• Flexible work arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year (to be pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Competitive benefits such as Income Protection and Life Assurance
• Learning opportunities and 5 learning and development (L&D) days per year (to be pro-rated for part-time employees)
• More information on what we offer is available on our website.

Application Method:

Apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We strongly encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play.

As part of our selection process, final candidates will be required to complete security checks and Vulnerable Sector Check or equivalent criminal record check as a condition of the offer. More details about our recruitment process and safeguarding information is available on our website.

As part of our recruitment and selection process, Right To Play uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) - assisted tools to support the assessment of candidates or applications. This may include but not limited to generating and editing of job adverts, assessment and interview questions, scheduling, translation, transcription, note taking, etc. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), VidCruiter, also use AI-powered ChatBot to answer candidates' enquiries. These tools are used only to assist human reviewers in evaluation and do not make selection or screening decisions. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. All AI-assisted processes comply with applicable privacy and data protection regulations, including GDPR and PIPEDA. For more information, please refer to RTP AI Policy and our Best Practice: Use of AI in Recruitment on our website.

We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to providing accommodations to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter. Please reach out to the People & Culture team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Job Description:

Job Title:  Finance and Operations Manager (0.6 FTE)

Grade:  7

Reports to: Executive Director UK & Global Strategic Initiatives

Location: London

Direct Reports: None

Department: UKNO

1-Purpose:

The role manages all UKNO finances and is responsible for supporting UK donor services and governance, accounting, ensuring accurate monitoring, reporting and compliance, alongside office management and logistical support.

2- Accountability & Responsibilities:

UK National Office Financial Support (75%)

• Lead on UK financial management and accounting. Inputting data and generating reports on UK income and expenditure forecast; performing variance analysis on key revenue and expense sources.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for the UKNO, monitor cash flow and prepare ongoing reporting and analysis, managing payments of providers, consultants and vendors.
• Lead on reporting to UK Finance and Audit Committee and support with Board governance and meeting management.
• Lead on UKNO External Audit and reporting to Charity Commission, OSCR, Companies House.
• Act as “super-user” for the Microsoft Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, Dynamics 365 and Power BI, supporting donor engagement/stewardship. Manage and populate the system with timely and accurate data, assist UKNO staff with MCRM usage, and prepare reports based on database information.
• Ensure compliance with RTPs procurement and finance regulations.

UK Office management and logistical support (25%)

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the office, ensuring effective administrative support. Oversee relationships with the office landlord and service providers to ensure the office is well maintained and that all maintenance, repairs, and services are delivered in a timely and appropriate manner. Deliver comprehensive travel support, including visa coordination and hotel arrangements within the UK, and provide logistical support for UK-based organisational meetings and events (e.g. Freeze Week).

Perform other duties as assigned.

3- Scope (geographical and/or functional), Impact and Autonomy

This UK-based role operates with significant autonomy, holding delegated authority over financial management, systems, and office operations, including safeguarding all funds received. Oversight is provided by the Executive Director and the global finance team. Decisions on finances must be approved by the ED, and in some cases, the Finance and Audit Committee. In addition, the role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day office administration, providing travel and logistical support. The incumbent operates with high trust and independence and is expected to safeguard assets and ensure full statutory, fiscal, and HR data compliance.

4- Leadership and Staff management

The role exercises functional and collaborative leadership with no direct reports, providing guidance and influence across the National Office. Leadership is demonstrated through setting standards and supporting teams to work effectively within organisational policies and financial controls, by providing authoritative guidance to the National Office on financial policies, internal controls, and risk management; escalating material risks and recommending mitigation actions to the ED and HQ Finance. The incumbent is expected to operate effectively in a low‑segregation environment due to small staff size by implementing and monitoring compensating controls (spot checks, reviews with ED, exception reporting) to maintain strong control integrity.

5-Information requirement for decision-making

This role requires gathering, interpreting, and compiling complex information from a variety of sources - including online banking, financial systems, MCRM, Power BI and fundraising staff to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.

6- Innovation and Improvements

The incumbent is expected to drive process improvements and functional innovations within the National Office—data integrity, financial tracking, and internal collaboration—while supporting others to implement these changes, with major or high-risk innovations subject to approval by the ED.

7- Relationships & Communications: Internal / External:

The incumbent is expected to work closely with the ED and HQ Director of Finance in regard to the financial aspects of the role, especially in preparing budgets and ensuring compliance with the financial procedures of Right To Play. They also work closely with all UKNO staff on UK finances and with the global donor services team. The role manages external relationships with RTP UK’s auditors and FAC. The incumbent stewards the National Office’s fiduciary obligations and is the primary authorized liaison with banks, landlords, insurance providers, external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel.

8- Expertise (Certifications / Education, Professional Experience/Language)

• Post-secondary diploma or undergraduate degree in accounting, business administration, finance or other related fields.
• 5 years progressive finance experience, including audit coordination, statutory filings, managing and tracking budgets and external advisor management
• Extensive experience in managing operations and/or administration.
• Project and/or organisational performance management and reporting experience.
• Experience working at a senior support level.
• Able to work well in a team and under pressure, diligent and with an eye for detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build good working relationships with colleagues, supporters and suppliers.
• Strong IT skills, in particular with databases and analytical systems.
• Excellent numeracy skills plus the ability to maintain and present financial and non-financial data in a clear and accurate way.
• A high level of proficiency at producing and reviewing management accounts to ensure accuracy and robust forecasting.
• Fluency in oral and written English.

9- Core Competences

• Collaboration: Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Growth Mindset: Stay abreast of emerging finance trends encouraging new ideas and new approaches for improvement Resilience: Abilities to face challenges with a problem-solving attitude.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate integrity & accountability, uphold the org values to support decision making.
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates strong organizational skills to meet deadlines and possesses excellent problem-solving abilities.

10- Additional Information: Minimum requirement to work from the London office two days per week.

MediCinema is a unique and pioneering charity working at the heart of NHS hospitals to improve the wellbeing of patients, families and carers through the transformative power of cinema. For 25 years, we have brought the magic of film to people experiencing some of the most difficult moments of their lives—helping to reduce pain, anxiety, stress and loneliness, and offering a vital sense of normality, connection and hope.

Operating fully accessible cinemas built inside hospital environments, our state-of-the-art spaces accommodate hospital beds, wheelchairs, and essential medical equipment, ensuring a safe and supportive experience for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Thanks to strong partnerships with major film studios and distributors, we screen the latest releases every week, free of charge, for thousands of patients across the UK.

MediCinema’s national footprint continues to grow, with cinemas across the UK, including London, Newcastle, Glasgow, Newport and Liverpool. Recognised with BAFTA’s Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award in 2025, we are now entering an exciting phase of strategic expansion—aiming to establish a MediCinema in every NHS region across the UK.

To ensure our growth is supported, we are seeking a values-driven Director of Finance and Business Operations to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal moment in our growth.

Director of Finance and Business Operations

MediCinema

London Bridge (3 days per week) + Hybrid working

Up to £72,000

The role

Reporting to the CEO, this new role will ensure MediCinema’s financial strength, operational excellence and people-centred culture as we consolidate our recent growth and proceed with our plans for more sites across the UK. You will lead finance, HR and organisational operations, overseeing systems, compliance and high-quality corporate services that support our national expansion.

From financial planning and audit, to overseeing IT and digital development, to ensuring a solid HR strategy and people practices, you will ensure the infrastructure behind our therapeutic services remains robust, efficient and future-ready. A hands-on leader (supported by external experts), you will bring clarity, rigour and creativity to a purpose-led charity striving to improve patient experiences across the NHS.

About you

We are seeking a collaborative, ambitious and hands-on leader with:

• Solid experience overseeing finance functions, budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting
• A strong understanding of HR, operations, compliance and governance in small or growing organisations
• Excellent project management skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• The ability to build supportive, trusting relationships across a small, dedicated team and with external advisors
• A deep connection to MediCinema’s mission and values: Care, Connect, Create

Experience in the charity, health or social impact sectors, as well as an accounting qualification, are desirable but not essential.

How to Apply

For further information, to access the appointment brief and to apply to this role, please visit the Prospectus website.

If you have any queries or wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact our retained advisors Anna Gardet or Erica Ritchie via email with a copy of your CV.

Recruitment Timetable 

Deadline for applications:  Sunday 10th May 2026

Interviews with Prospectus: 15-21st May 2026

Engagement sessions with senior leadership team: 29th May 2026

Interviews with MediCinema: Week commencing 1st June 2026